The Details That Matter

Six ways to personalize a space that's always on exhibit.

• By Rima Suqi
• Published Winter 2006

An Avant-Garde Slipcover
Slipcover chairs by Portia Wells (from $4,000 at portiawells.com) .

Stylish Glassware for Cocktails
Nachtmann "Skin" tumbler ($80 at Wine Enthusiast, 103 Fairview Park Dr., in Elmsford, N.Y.; 914-345-9463).

Be Seated at a Cooler Table
Neutra house numbers ($68 each at Design Within Reach, 124 Hudson St.; 212-219-2217).

Remarkable Condiment Holders
Twist salt and pepper mills ($139 each at Georg Jensen, 683 Madison Ave.; 212-759-6457).

Better than Rented Linens
Illusion table by John Brauer for Ameico ($235 at Lee's Studio, 220 W. 57th St.; 212-581-4400).

Placemat as Conversation Piece
Facemat by U+ ($35 at Inner Peace, 79-24 37th Ave., Jackson Heights; 718-457-6970).